That listing price is only the beginning. Here are the boat ownership costs many buyers don’t see coming.
Boat Maintenance
Keep your cruising boat and gear working well with these suggestions for routine maintenance and simple fixes.
12 Volt Wiring Size Chart
Marine product: A waterproof, grease-proof 12V DC wire size chart with 3% and 10% voltage drop tables for both regular and engine-room installations. Also includes a battery state of charge chart for flooded lead acid, AGM, and lithium batteries plus a watts/volts/amps conversion chart. Compact enough for the toolbox or engine room.
Cruise Farther, Spend Less
Online course: You don’t have to be rich to go cruising. Practical guidance for budget-conscious cruisers — which boat, which systems, how to save underway, and how to bring in income while you do it.
Motoring with Debris in the Water
While motoring, your engine circulates sea water. Keep debris in the water from causing your engine to overheat.
Boat Steering Pin Stuck and Feeling Stupid
Feeling stupid. Boat work and the cruising life can do that to you. The lessons we learned as well as how to move on and regain confidence.
Installing a New Halyard
Installing a new halyard without going up the mast is far safer. Here’s how we did it in less than five minutes.
Stay Safe When Climbing the Mast
Are you safe when climbing the mast? How about those on deck? Here are the tips you need to know.
How to Prep Your Boat’s Fuel System for Long Passages
Do you know how to prep your boat’s fuel system for a long passage? If not, here’s what you need to do to prepare for any conditions.
An Easy Maintenance Boat: What to Look For Before You Buy
Whether a boat is easy to maintain comes down to access. Most buyers don’t think to check until they own it. Here’s what to look for before you do.
How to Learn About Your Boat
How do you learn about your boat when it’s new to you? Whether you prefer solo or group learning, there are some great options.